Constructing AdviceHelp with this PC, will it function properly?
Constructing AdviceHelp with this PC, will it function properly?
I chose a decent ASUS board that should suffice. Prices can vary if you prioritize looks or performance. Superflower Leadex seems suitable for a titanium-rated setup, though I don’t think it’s necessary to go beyond gold. Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 is a solid option. Seasonic Vertex works too, but the Seasonic Prime Titanium feels too expensive just for the sake of it. 6-key rollover anti-ghosting is present on that model.
Most gamers prefer RGB lighting, so most of them have it. If you really want to turn off the lights permanently, you could physically remove them. Higher-end plain boards are available but come with higher costs.
For keyboards, consider custom models from companies like Keychron; expect to pay more than usual.
Actually the sound card is already there.
Hmm. I've never had issues with any keyboard where the strokes where not recognized by the os.
Well in this case considering waiting for the next amd gpu release might be worth it.
240Hz without DSC would be great. Even tho some people argue the human eye can't differ between DSC and no DSC.
The CMK32GX5M2B6000Z30 does says AMD EXPO in it's title, yes.
But couldn't that be purely marketing from corsair? I would feel safer if the ram was listed on amds expo certified ram list which it isn't. Of course the ram might work fine with EXPO but there's risk involved or at least amd isn't officialy supporting it.
The CL28 version of the ram you sent also show up as AMD EXPO compatible on corsairs website, it is more expensive tho. Not sure if it's worth the price increase.
Found the CL30 for 108 euros and the CL28 for 131, so that's 23 euros more. Not a whole lot.
JayGau mentioned he had to change from CL30 to 32 because his system wasn't stable, i assume that could mean i'd have to go from 28 to 30 eventually.
The only thing I focus on are the monitor visuals, while everything else should be black without any RGB. The board should have two PCIe slots—one for the GPU and another for the soundcard—and possibly split bandwidth from X16 to X8 without affecting performance. There should also be two M.2 slots. As long as it's stable, that's all that matters.
I don't think 2x16 or 2x32 makes much difference. DDR5 is designed to work with high capacity. The clock speed and timing are really what matters (and if you have 4 sticks instead of 2, that would also be much more demanding on the controller so less stable). And the AM5 platform is well known to be picky with RAM timing, especially the X3D chips.
But it really depends on a combination of factors, like your board and RAM brand/model, your CPU, the BIOS version, etc. Maybe your setup will run great at 6000 MHz CL30 depending on how well the parts you chose work together, and of course, the silicon lottery that nobody can predict.
The parts aren't significantly pricier due to RGB, that idea is false. RGB versions typically add just a few dollars compared to the regular ones. As with any change, you can't judge if it suits you until you experience it yourself. I used to ignore RGB until I saw its nice look (after adjusting it properly). Now I own many and always feel satisfied when I power on my computer and admire its quality. Some people think it's pointless and a waste, but then they rush to buy skins for Call of Duty without considering the value. Visual appeal matters, and it's a personal decision—not a sign of luck or lack thereof.
I thought the B650-E and 850E were the most reasonable choices, but the 850 costs twice as much and I’m unsure if it’s worth it. After reading about issues with the Intel LAN controller on the B650 and similar problems with X670 boards, anyone confirm this? Should I go for the 850 or is there another reason to choose it?
The power supplies I was considering, like the EVGA SuperNOVA T2, Thermaltake ToughPower GF3, and Super Flower Leadex VII Platinum Pro, aren't really accessible in my area. The Be Quiet Dark Power Pro 13 is quite costly, and I've heard reports about explosions and loud noises. Given the high price, I would assume a titanium-certified PSU wouldn't face such issues. Any other recommendations?
This document provides a list of PSU tiers, including the Cultists Network site. It assists in selecting the optimal power supply from various options available.
I recently discovered something about my RAM that seems important. I mentioned earlier that my RAM wasn't stable at 6000MHz CL30, but after researching more, I realized it might be accurate. I checked my order and found a mistake: I overlooked the fact that AM5 needs higher voltage for stability compared to Intel CPUs (though EXPO adjusts the voltage of my kit to 1.35 by default). I adjusted my timing back to CL30 and raised the DRAM voltage to 1.4V, which is the standard for Corsair "EXPO certified" kits. It has been operating smoothly so far.
Be mindful of this and confirm your voltage settings, or consider getting an EXPO certified kit. This should allow you to run at least CL30 6000 MHz and possibly even higher.